DMRL DRDO Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 7 Posts
Important details
| Name of post | DMRL DRDO Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 7 Posts |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory |
| Advertisement no. | DMRL/HRD/2026/Consultants/01 |
| Job location | All India |
| Total vacancies | 7 posts |
| Last date to apply | 04 November 2026 |
| Pay / salary | Consultants are not entitled to Dearness Allowance, Transport Facility, Residential Accommodation, CGHS, or Medical reimbursement. However, a fixed monthly conveyance allowance of ₹3,000/- (up to pay level-11) or ₹5,000/- (for pay level-12) is provided, along with TA/DA for official domestic travel. |
| Selection process | Selection is made from retired officials from Central Government, State Government, PSUs, and Autonomous Bodies based on their experience, qualifications, unblemished service record, and personal interaction/shortlisting as per the requirements of the post. Preference is given to persons possessing experience of having worked with DRDO. |
| Posted on | 14 Oct 2026 |
| Last updated | 14 Oct 2026 |
Official source: The official notification was opened, but it does not state these facts in a form we can compare automatically. Official notification (drdo.gov.in)
Important Dates
- Last date to apply04 November 2026
Age Limit
- The maximum age limit for all categories of retired government employees applying for the consultant positions is 63 years as on the closing date of the advertisement.
Total Post
7 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post name | No. of posts |
|---|---|
| 2026/DMRL/370 - Metal Extraction Professional | 1 |
| 2026/DMRL/371 - Metal Processing Professional | 1 |
| 2026/DMRL/372 - Non-Destructive Testing Professional | 1 |
| 2026/DMRL/373 - Furnace Maintenance Operator | 1 |
| 2026/DMRL/374 - Design of Components Professional | 1 |
| 2026/DMRL/375 - Web Application Developer | 1 |
| 2026/DMRL/376 - Legal Consultant | 1 |
| Total | 7 |
Salary / Pay Scale
- Consultants are not entitled to Dearness Allowance, Transport Facility, Residential Accommodation, CGHS, or Medical reimbursement. However, a fixed monthly conveyance allowance of ₹3,000/- (up to pay level-11) or ₹5,000/- (for pay level-12) is provided, along with TA/DA for official domestic travel.
Where and How to Send
- Interested eligible retired officials of Central Government / State Government / PSU / Autonomous Bodies may submit their applications in the enclosed Format at Appendix-B along with all requisite supporting documents to the following email address or postal address:
- Email address for submissions: [email protected]
- Subject line for email: “Application for Consultant-Post Code”
- Postal Address: The Director, Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL), Government of India, Ministry of Defence, Defence Research & Development Organization (DRDO), P.O. Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad, Telangana-500 058
Eligibility and Qualifications
- General Eligibility: Officers/Officials who have retired from Central/State Govts., PSUs, Autonomous Bodies, Universities, Govt. R&D Organizations possessing practical knowledge and experience in the relevant field with an unblemished service record.
- Age Limit: The maximum age limit for all categories of retired Govt. employees for applying will be 63 years as on the closing date of application.
- Post Code 2026/DMRL/370: BSc or Diploma in Metallurgy / Chemical Engineering (MSc in Chemistry or B.E./B.Tech. in Metallurgy / Chemical Engineering desirable) with at least 15 years of experience in extractive metallurgy.
- Post Code 2026/DMRL/371: Diploma in Metallurgy / Mechanical Engineering (B.E./B.Tech. desirable) with at least 10 years of experience in Melting and Casting of Metals and Alloys or Powder Metal Processing or Mechanical Deformation processes involving forging or rolling.
- Post Code 2026/DMRL/372: Diploma in Physics or Metallurgy (M.Sc. in Physics or B. Tech. in Metallurgy desirable) with 10 years of experience in NDT of engineering components.
- Post Code 2026/DMRL/373: Diploma in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering (B.E./B. Tech. desirable) with at least 10 years of experience in maintaining electrical furnaces (resistance/induction) / ovens / electrical equipment.
- Post Code 2026/DMRL/374: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or 15 years of experience in designing of components (Diploma in Tool Design or BE / BTech in Mechanical Engineering desirable).
- Post Code 2026/DMRL/375: Diploma in Computer Science Engineering / IT / or 10 years of experience in related areas (BE / BTech in Computer Science Engineering / MSc in Computer Science desirable) with minimum 5 years of experience in web application design and development.
- Post Code 2026/DMRL/376: At least 15 years of experience in handling legal (Court) matters, liasoning with Assistant Solicitor General and senior counsels, and administrative/secretarial work.
Enclosures
- Identity Proof
- Proof of Address
- Copy of Pension Payment Order (P.P.O)
- Copy of proofs of Educational Qualification
- Copy of Service Verification Certificate
More Details
- Posts, Eligibility and Pay
- Selection Process
Mode of Selection
- Selection is made from retired officials from Central Government, State Government, PSUs, and Autonomous Bodies based on their experience, qualifications, unblemished service record, and personal interaction/shortlisting as per the requirements of the post. Preference is given to persons possessing experience of having worked with DRDO.
How to Apply Online
- Open the official notice using the link in Important Links and read it fully.
- Check eligibility: qualification, age limit (and relaxation), and the last date.
- Register on the official website of Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory and fill the form carefully.
- Upload your photo and signature in the size asked (our Image Resizer can reduce them to the right KB).
- Pay the fee if one applies, submit, and keep a printout of the final form.
Important Links
| Official Notification PDF | Download drdo.gov.in |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here drdo.gov.in |
| Link | Details |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Advertisement and Application Format (Appendix-B) |
| Official Website | DRDO Official Website |
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for DMRL DRDO Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 7 Posts?
The last date to apply is 04 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there in DMRL DRDO Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 7 Posts?
There are 7 posts in total.
What is the age limit for DMRL DRDO Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 7 Posts?
The maximum age limit for all categories of retired government employees applying for the consultant positions is 63 years as on the closing date of the advertisement.
What qualification is needed for DMRL DRDO Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 7 Posts?
General Eligibility: Officers/Officials who have retired from Central/State Govts., PSUs, Autonomous Bodies, Universities, Govt. R&D Organizations possessing practical knowledge and experience in the relevant field with an unblemished service record. | Age Limit: The maximum age limit for all categories of retired Govt. employees for applying will be 63 years as on the closing date of application.…
What is the selection process for DMRL DRDO Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 7 Posts?
Selection is made from retired officials from Central Government, State Government, PSUs, and Autonomous Bodies based on their experience, qualifications, unblemished service record, and personal interaction/shortlisting as per the requirements of the post. Preference is given to persons possessing experience of having worked with DRDO.
What is the official website for DMRL DRDO Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 7 Posts?
The official website is https://drdo.gov.in/.